Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc. for Materials Testing Services for the Construction of Towne Lake Phase 1C and Authorizing Any Necessary Supplemental Agreements (PK2608)
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
(5.1: Create affordable recreational and cultural arts activities for all ages throughout the city)
(5.3: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney
(5.4: Promote environmental stewardship initiatives.)
(5.5: Enhance connectivity to parks & civic facilities, schools/education centers, libraries, health care providers, commercial corridors, etc.)
MEETING DATE: August 18, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
CONTACT: Amy Kinkade, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
* Approval of the Resolution.
ITEM SUMMARY:
* This Resolution authorizes the City Manager to execute a contract in the amount of $147,005.00, as well as all required supplemental agreements thereto, with Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc. for geotechnical and materials testing services for the construction of Towne Lake Phase 1C (PK2608), for a total contract amount, inclusive of any supplemental agreements, not to exceed $155,000.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
* A concurrent item is included on the Council Agenda recommending award of a construction contract for Towne Lake Phase 1C (PK2608)
* Materials testing services will be required on the project to ensure construction materials used by the contractor meet or exceed City requirements.
* Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc. submitted a response to 24-13RFQ for On-call Miscellaneous Geotechnical and Materials Testing Services. Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc. is one of six firms shortlisted by City Council on March 5, 2024.
* Alliance Geotechnical Group, Inc. has successfully performed in a similar capacity on numerous City projects.
* Alliance G...
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